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Judika (singer)

Judika (singer)

Judika Nalon Abadi Sihotang, his popularity stage name Judika or Judika Idol (born August 31, 1978) is an Indonesian singer and actor of Batak descent. He is a runner-up of *Indonesian Idol (season 2) *, behind Mike Mohede as first winner. Currently, Judika is husband of Puteri Indonesia finalist Duma Riris Silalahi.

Judika
BornJudika Nalon Abadi Sihotang
(1978-08-31)August 31, 1978(age 38)
Brastagi, Dairi Regency, North Sumatera, Indonesia
Occupation
  • Singer
  • actor
Years active2005–present
Home townJakarta, Indonesia
Spouse(s)
  • Duma Riris Silalahi(m.
Children2
Websitejudika-sihotang.blogspot.com
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
Labels
  • Sony BMG Indonesia
  • Sony Music Indonesia
  • Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia
Associated acts
  • Duma Riris Silalahi
  • Mahadewa

Career

Early life and Indonesian Idol

Judika Nalon Abadi Sihotang was born on August 31, 1978 in Sidikalang, Dairi Regency, North Sumatera. Judika has two oldest brother: Erick Sihotang and Roy Sihotang. Since still in Inpres Primary School, Judika' singing was apparent. Even though, he had forming a vocal group, consists of Roy Sihotang, Juneidi and Jonathan. In addition, he also signed by an international hotel in Brastagi. He tested a ability of singing in Bahana Suara Belajar and the first winner to level of North Sumatra and in National level, he winning the third place.

In 2005, Judika auditioned for second season of RCTI' singing competition *Indonesian Idol *. Judika was runner-up for Grand Final. This is list song during he performing:

Performances and results
EpisodeSong choiceOriginal artistResult
Top 24"Sedih Tak Berujung"Glenn FredlyAdvanced
Top 12"Karma"CokelatAdvanced
Top 11"Terlalu Manis"SlankAdvanced
Top 10"This I Promise You"NSYNCAdvanced
Top 9"Puncak Asmara"Utha LikumahuwaAdvanced
Top 8"Rocker Juga Manusia"SeurieusAdvanced
Top 7"Hampa"Ari LassoAdvanced
Top 6"Making Love Out of Nothing At All"Air SupplyAdvanced
Top 5"Aku Cinta Kau Dan Dia"Ahmad BandAdvanced
"Sepenuh Hati"Ariyo
Top 4"Rahasia Hati"ElementAdvanced
"Can't Help Falling in Love"Elvis Presley
Top 3"Heaven"Bryan AdamsAdvanced
"Marilah Kemari"Various Artists
Grand Final"Semua Untuk Cinta"New songrunner-up
"Rocker Juga Manusia"Seurieus
"Jemu"Koes Plus
Armand Maulana

2007–2010: One and debut acting

Sony BMG Indonesia signed Judika in 2007 and releasing first single "Bukan Rayuan Gombal" to introducing him for industry music. His debut studio album One was released on January 22. In addition, he had played the 2008 debut film Si Jago Merah. For his success of film, he subsequently earning a award for Favorite Newcomer Actor at the Indonesian Movie Awards in 2009. Judika ever played the film The Tarix Jabrix 2 with Indonesian rock band The Changcuters.

After moving signed to Sony Music Indonesia in 2010, Judika returning released his second studio album Setengah Mati Merindu and produced first single "Setengah Mati Merindu" which earned a nomination for Best Male (Artist) in 2011 Anugerah Planet Muzik. The second single "Bukan Dia Tapi Aku" was reached popularity in whole of among the public in Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia. The single making him returning to earning nomination for Most Popular Regional Song at the 2012 Anugerah Planet Muzik.

2011–2013: Mahadewa and Mencari Cinta

In addition as solo singer, Judika officially joined a band formed by Ahmad Dhani Mahadewa in 2011 and released first single "Cinta Itu Buta". In 2013, he returning releasing the third album Mencari Cinta after moving signed to Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia in twice times. Most all singles from the album were taken from his debut and second album, excepting "Magnet", "Mama Papa Larang" and "Tiada Lagi" which was recycled and popularized by Indonesian controversial singer Mayang Sari. With his wife Duma Riris, he sang the song "Sampai Akhir".

2014–present: Hati & Cinta, departure from Mahadewa and The Voice Indonesia

Judika' fourth studio album Hati & Cinta was released on November 20, 2014.

The album was received positive response from viewers.

Single "Sampai Kau Jadi Milikkmu" returning reach popularity in Indonesian chart song and radio.

In 2014 announced that he decided out from this group and replaced by Virzha, an *Indonesian Idol * finalist, through Twitter. In January 2016, Judika appointed as coaches in *The Voice Indonesia * with Agnez Mo, Kaka Slank and Ari Lasso.

Personal life

Judika married Puteri Indonesia finalist Duma Riris Silalahi at the HKBP Church in Balige on August 31, 2013, coincide with his birthday, while wedding reception was held in Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, Jakarta. They have two children.

Discography

Studio albums
  • One (2007)

  • Setengah Mati Merindu (2010)

  • *Mencari Cinta * (2013)

  • Hati & Cinta (2014)

Compilation album
  • *Seri Cinta * (2005)

  • The Best of Judika (2015)

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotes
2008Si Jago MerahRojak PanggabeanLead role
Won – 2009 Indonesian Movie Awards for Favorite Newcomer Actor
Nominated – 2009 Indonesian Movie Awards for Best Newcomer Actor
2009The Tarix Jabrix 2HimselfSupporting role
2013Crazy LoveSinger cafeCameo
2015Air & ApiRojak PanggabeanLead role
2015*Toba Dreams *HimselfCameo

Awards and nominations

YearAwardsCategoryRecipientsResults
2009**Indonesian Movie Awards **Best Newcomer ActorSi Jago MerahWon
Favorite Newcomer ActorNominated
2011**Anugerah Planet Muzik **Best Male (Artist)"Setengah Mati Merindu"Nominated
2012**Anugerah Musik Indonesia **Best Original Soundtrack Film Production Work"Cinta Satukan Kita"Nominated
Inbox AwardsMost Inbox Male Solo SingerJudikaNominated
**Anugerah Planet Muzik **Most Popular Regional ArtistNominated
Most Popular Regional Song"Bukan Dia Tapi Aku"Nominated
2013**Dahsyatnya Awards **Outstanding Male Solo SingerJudikaNominated
100% Ampuh AwardsBest Solo SingerNominated
Inbox AwardsMost Inbox Male Solo SingerNominated
SCTV Music AwardsMost Famous Male Solo SingerNominated
**Anugerah Planet Muzik **Best Male (Artist)"Aku Yang Tersakiti"Won
2014**Dahsyatnya Awards **Outstanding Male Solo SingerJudikaNominated
Outstanding Collaboration Duo/GroupJudika & DumaNominated
Outstanding CoupleNominated
Infotainment AwardsMost Romantic Celebrity CoupleNominated
Most Phenomenal Celebrity WeddingNominated
Inbox AwardsMost Inbox Male Solo SingerJudikaWon
SCTV Music AwardsMost Famous Male Solo SingerNominated
**Indonesian Choice Awards **Male Singer of the YearNominated
**SCTV Awards **Famous SingerNominated
**Anugerah Planet Muzik **Best Artist (Male)"Mama Papa Larang"Won
APM Most Popular Song"Aku Yang Tersakiti" (feat. Kotak)Nominated
**Anugerah Musik Indonesia **Best Pop Collaboration"Sampai Akhir" (with Duma)Won
Best Collaboration Production WorkWon
Best of the Best Production WorkNominated
Best Pop AlbumMencari CintaNominated
Best of the Best AlbumNominated
Best Album Recording ProducerNominated
2015**Dahsyatnya Awards **Outstanding Male Solo SingerJudikaNominated
**Indonesian Choice Awards **Male Singer of the YearWon
Inbox AwardsMost Inbox Male Solo SingerNominated
SCTV Music AwardsMost Famous Male Solo SingerNominated
Selebrita AwardsMost Celeb Song"Sampai Kau Jadi Milikku"Won
Most Celeb CoupleJudika & DumaNominated
**Anugerah Planet Muzik **Best Artist (Male)"Apakah Ini Cinta"Won
**Anugerah Musik Indonesia **Best Pop Male Solo ArtistNominated
2016**Dahsyatnya Awards **Outstanding Male Solo SingerJudikaNominated
SCTV Music AwardsMost Famous Male Solo SingerNominated
Indonesian Television AwardsMost Popular SingerNominated

References

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